Definition

Not easily seen or understood; not obvious or clear.

Example

The solution to the problem was unapparent until we examined the data closely.

Conversation

Did you notice anything unapparent about the new art installation?

Not really, everything seemed pretty straightforward to me.

I thought some of the details were meant to be unapparent at first glance.

That makes sense; sometimes the best art hides its meaning.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unapparent → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "apparent" (from Latin "apparens", meaning visible or evident). The word "unapparent" means not visible or not evident.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') making something 'visible' ('apparent') — that's why unapparent means something that is not visible.

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